#community-service

#community-service

The world lost a little sparkle on October 2, 2025, when Caroline Lee Orr Kissner peacefully passed away at age 76 - on her 49th wedding anniversary, surrounded by love. Born in Palo Alto, California, Cary lived a life full of heart, humor, family, and friends. She was the beloved daughter of Lee and Cornelia Orr and is survived by her devoted husband Chuck Kissner; her sister Kathy; children, Lea and Lauren Kissner; and four grandchildren, Amelia, Martin, Caroline, and Charlie.

What started as a small venture has grown into Knox Pest Control, a regional company with 18 offices across the Southeast, serving more than 90,000 customers and employing over 225 team members. Sean's journey began early, working alongside his father and brother when the family business was revived in 1995. From the start, he saw leadership as more than running a company. "It was about protecting families, caring for communities, and standing behind what we promised," he recalls.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - In a quiet but powerful mission to support Staten Islanders in need, volunteers at the St. Edward's Food Pantry continue to serve with compassion. On Sept. 24, they marked the 20th anniversary of their feeding effort with a celebration that began with Holy Mass. The pantry operates out of two repurposed trailers on the grounds of Mount St. Loretto, located at 6581 Hylan Blvd.

Oral health is a window to overall health! Following a screening exam, adult patients may receive one free dental service, either cleaning or tooth extraction.

"I've always believed in doing something that matches your interests and that you enjoy, as well as giving back and helping others, so coaching and mentoring were good ways to do that."

Just over two weeks removed from etching his name among the pitchers in MLB history with 3,000 career strikeouts, Clayton Kershaw was on hand at The Dream Center to help distribute backpacks to local children in need.

The massive community effort began with a Facebook post from an Austin real estate agent, which called for volunteers to help recover from the flooding.

Ed Silberman, a beloved storyteller and folk singer with a rich bass voice, known for his humor and generosity, died on January 23 after battling health issues.

Agnes Slocombe, the first-ever black mayor of Barnet and a long-serving Hendon church minister, passed away at age 90 after a remarkable public service career.

Laura Emanuel lost her cherished rings while at the beach and, after several days of searching, sought assistance from Jeffrey Laag, a fire lieutenant who specializes in ring recovery.

"As I was getting older specifically around when I was 13 years old I noticed that more and more girls were dropping out of the swim team that I was part of because they were receiving sexist comments. Emphasizing female inferiority in sports and after receiving such comments myself I was pushed to found Girls4Sports," said Maegha Ramanathan, founder of Girls4Sports.

"I think it's not just about a sweet treat. It's about the joy that comes with it and the sense of caring and belonging," said Martha Cross.

Jon Connolly's journey into higher education began with a fascination for the natural world and environmental systems, leading him to combine his scientific background with educational leadership.

"They didn't tell anybody, but they took their wedding gifts and sent them to the homeless and help centers down there."

Kaitlynn Milne describes her mother's routine of waking early for yard work before the neighborhood awakens, showcasing her commitment to family duties and community service.

"Our men - some of the men came home, and some men never came home. We don't forget. Never."

Join San Francisco Public Works for a day of greening and neighborhood pride in District 6. Volunteers will garden, mulch, pick up litter, or abate graffiti.

But for students anxious about taking a test or getting bullied, or men in their 50s feeling the financial pressure of supporting a family, or for an elderly person who hasn't seen their family in weeks and is thinking about suicide, Durham said, the warm line has been crucial.

Davis Square looks like a dumpster," an anonymous Reddit user said in a viral post last month, with photos showing the shining brick plaza covered in wet trash after a rainstorm.

Bob Hermann's leadership at the Rotary Club of San Francisco emphasized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, significantly enhancing member engagement and community connection.

"When I realized I locked myself out, I thought about calling a locksmith, but then I remembered the fire station was close by and decided to try my luck there."